The Handbook of Climate Change Leadership in Organisations: Developing Leadership for the Age of Sustainability

Climate change is a significant and challenging problem that requires a profound change in corporate leadership to reduce emissions and environmental degradation and regenerate biodiversity. This book sets out the qualities and approaches needed by leaders to successfully develop and implement climate change mitigation and adaptation policies. It is structured around four concepts: foundations, transitions, progressions, and actions and is written for corporate leaders, researchers, and educators.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 438 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Climate change is a pressing and complex issue that requires urgent attention from organizations worldwide. Recognizing their role in addressing emissions, environmental degradation, and biodiversity loss, many organizations have committed to taking action. However, traditional leadership approaches have fallen short in adequately addressing the magnitude of this threat. A transformative shift in corporate leadership is necessary to effectively reduce emissions and shape climate policy to minimize further destructive environmental impact.

This book aims to provide the qualities and strategies required by leaders to develop and implement effective climate change mitigation and adaptation policies. Drawing on expertise from various fields, including business, leadership, psychology, and coaching, the book explores the shortcomings of current leadership practices and presents a range of models for developing climate change leadership capabilities within organizations.

The book is organized into four key concepts: foundations, transitions, progressions, and actions. The foundations section explores models of environmental, ecological, and evolutionary leadership, while the transitions section examines transformational and ethical models repurposed for the age of sustainability. The progressions section explores innovative models such as systems, adaptation, and maturity-based models of leadership. Finally, the actions section includes models of sustainable goal setting and climate leadership coaching and development.

Written for corporate leaders, researchers, and educators, this book is a valuable resource for leadership curriculum and executive development programs. It equips the next generation of leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to respond to the global challenges posed by climate change. By adopting a holistic and multidisciplinary approach, organizations can drive meaningful change and create a more sustainable future for all.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032380056